Construction of Emtek Door Knobs
Emtek locks have heavy duty mechanisms designed to provide trouble free service. Knobs and lever handles are supported by springs mounted behind the rosettes and sideplates. These springs return the handles back to the rest position and prevent lever sag. Emtek latches are heavy duty construction with strong internal spring and solid brass bolt. Spindles are sring loaded "half spindles" for smooth operation even on imperfect door prep. Emtek knobs and lever handles have a set screw design which, when tightened, eliminates the loose handle feel you get with other brands. Set screws do not hold the handle on, but serve to remove the loosness. Emtek handles and rosettes are forged, not cast or stamped, providing a flawless surface which can be highly polished when desired. The generous thickness and weight of forged parts gives them a solid look and feel.
Emtek Door Knob Functions
Emtek door knobs are available in several functions the most common being keyed entry, privacy (bed and bath), passage (hall and closet) and single dummy. Each function is used for little different application.
Keyed Entry Knobs
Emtek keyed entry door knobs use a Schlage C 5-pin keyway. Keyed entry Knobs have a turn button on the interior side of the knob. Lock from inside by turning the turn button. Inside knob functions even in locked position for quick egress but knob remains locked until unlocked by turn button or key. Unlock from the outside using a key. The door knob is only locked when the push button is in the locked position. Many Emtek door knobs are not available with a keyed entry function because a key cylinder would drastically change the look of the knob. In this case we recommend using a passage function knob along with an Emtek deadbolt for a door that requires keyed entry.
Privacy Knobs
Emtek privacy locksets lock by pressing push pin on the interior rosette. You do not need a key to unlock from the outside. There is no key cylinder, but there is a pinhole through which you can unlock the door using the generic tool provided. Privacy locks are generally used on bedroom or bathroom doors.
Passage Knobs
Emtek passage doorknobs are non- locking. These are great for hall doors or closet doors that do not need to lock, but a latching mechanism is still required. Also use a passage function knob along with an Emtek deadbolt for keyed entry.
Dummy Knob
Emtek dummy door knobs are sold as a dummy pair. These are non-functioning door knobs that are mounted to the surface of the door. Used on doors that do not need a latch mechanism like the inactive side of a french door for example. Single dummy knob available upon request.
| Door Prep for Emtek Door Knobs |
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As mentioned previously, Emtek door knobs are packaged with square corner mortise latch faceplates and square corner strike plate. Rounded corner strike and faceplate, as well as drive in latch are available upon request for easy intallation to your specific door preparation. Below are some other measurements to consider:
- 2 1/8" Diameter bore hole.
- Backset of 2 3/8" or 2 3/4"
- 1" diameter cross bore. |
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